Applied and Computational Mathematics (Master's)
Applied and Computational Mathematics (ACM) uses mathematics to solve practical and theoretical problems within the natural sciences, industry, resource management, medical image processing and other areas.
- Duration
- 2 years
- Study places
- 14
- ECTS credits
- 120
- Start of study
- Autumn and spring
- Teaching language
- Norwegian and English
What will you learn?
An education in Applied and Computational Mathematics enables you to solve practical problems within different applied areas by using mathematical modelling, analysis and numerical calculation.
The programme teaches you the fundamental theory for understanding relevant academic literature and how to make use of new methods and results in applied work.
Student life
The Department of Mathematics is in the Science Building on the University’s city centre campus. Our social environment is friendly and informal, with students and staff from around the world.
During the two years of the programme, you follow courses and write a thesis. Some of the courses are mandatory within the specialisations, while the other courses are chosen in agreement with your academic supervisor.
The courses are usually based around lectures and groups, around 16 hours per week. Find more details on courses, schedules and literature on the specialisation pages.
You can choose between a 30 ECTS thesis or a 60 ECTS thesis.
Your master’s thesis is a piece of independent research, where you make use of appropriate methods and scientific working techniques in the research of relevant material.
Career
This Master’s programme educates candidates who are highly sought after in industry, research, teaching and management.
7 out of 10 of alumni with a degree from the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences say that they have found relevant work within two years of graduating.
Admission requirements and how to apply
Students with citizenship from countries outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland must pay tuition fees. Some applicants may be exempted from this rule.
In order to apply for the Master Programme in Applied and Computational Mathematics you need a bachelor degree in Applied Mathematics, Mathematics or the like.
To apply for this study program, you must meet:
- the general admission requirements for a master's at UiB
- the specific admission requirements for this program
The program has its main admission in the autumn and supplementary admission in the spring (application deadline November 1), if not all places are filled in the autumn. Other application deadlines apply for applicants residing outside Norway
Teaching language
Teaching language: Norwegian and English
Study structure
The Master programme in ACM covers two academic years (four semesters) and starts in the autumn and spring. Most students follow courses worth 60 ECTS and write a thesis worth 60 ECTS. Alternatively, you can follow courses worth 90 ECTS and write a 30 ECTS thesis.
There are two mandatory courses, both offered in the spring semester: MAT252 Continuum Mechanics (10 ECTS) and MAT260 Scientific Computing 2 (10 ECTS).
The rest of the courses are listed under each specialisation:
Applied Analysis: involves developing of analytical and constructive methods for solving differential- and integral equations from several areas of application. Recommended previous knowledge: MAT211, MAT213, MAT230. Central courses: MAT211, MAT234.
Image Processing: involves development and analysis of numerical methods for processing images from medical research, data technology and similar large simulation tasks. Recommended previous knowledge: STAT110, MAT213, MAT261. Central courses: MAT234, MAT262, INF270.
Fluid mechanics and ocean modelling: involves analytical and numerical studies of waves and flow on an industrial and geophysical scale. A backgound in physical oceanography is useful for studying ocean currents. Recommended previous knowledge: MAT213, MAT230, MAT252. Central courses: MAT234, MAT253.
Inverse problems: involves estimations of magnitudes based on indirect measures, for instance dynamical reservoir characterization and monitoring. Recommended previous knowledge: STAT110, MAT230. Central courses: MAT234, MAT254, MAT265.
Mechanics and Dynamical systems: involves modelling of physical and biological systems emphasizing correlations between processes on the microscopic and macroscopic level. Recommended previous knowledge: MAT213, MAT230. Central course: MAT251.
Environmental Mathematics: involves problems associated with intervention and management of the environment. Modelling and differential equations are central subjects. Recommended previous knowledge: MAT213, MAT230, MAT260. Central courses: MAT234, MAT254.
Numerical Mathematics: involves development and discussion of numerical methods used in computational tasks. Recommended previous knowledge: MAT213, MAT230, MAT260. Central courses: MAT236, MAT261, MAT360.
Computational Science: uses calculations/computations to seek insight in complex phenomenon not easily found by theoretical vurderinger and laboratory experiments alone. Modelling, simulation and visualization are used. Recommended previous knowledge: MAT230, MAT260. Central courses: MAT261, MAT360.
Reservoir Mathematics: involves analytical and numerical studies of flow in oil reservoirs. These are problems encountered when extracting oil and gas. Recommended previous knowledge: MAT213, MAT230, MAT260. Central courses: MAT234, MAT254.
Full course list, mathematics.
Full course list, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences.
Study abroad
You can plan study periods abroad in consultation with your supervisor.
Further studies
A master’s degree is a qualification for continued research, for instance by pursuing a PhD.
Questions about the study?
Study plan
A study plan is a formal document between you as a student and the University of Bergen. The study plan must provide a clear framework for the study, describe the learning goals you will achieve and how the study is structured.
Study plan for Master's Programme in Applied and Computational Mathematics
